Ekadashi fasting is observed on the eleventh day of a
fortnight in a traditional Hindu lunar calendar. Ekadashi March 2017 dates are
March 8 and March 24, 2017. The fasting is dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Fasting
on Ekadasi is
considered highly meritorious, especially for redemption of sin, and is
observed by millions of Hindus.

March 8, 2017 Ekadasi is known as Amalaki Ekadashi. It is also known as Rangbari Ekadasi as it is associated with Holi festival. Numerous rituals associated with Holi Festival begin on the day in North India.